From SamWalkerOBXNews.com Companies that underwrite homeowners’ insurance policies are seeking another massive rate hike in North Carolina, with coastal areas again taking the brunt of the proposal. “Rising insurance costs are a real concern and will add to the increasing inability of North Carolinians to realize the dream of home ownership,” said Outer Banks […]
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Peter James Focht, 26, of Rodanthe, N.C., passed away Dec. 9, 2023, at home surrounded by his family and those who cared for him. Pete was born in Altoona, the son of Molly Jo (McKnight) Focht and James M. Focht. Pete spent most of his life in what he called “the most beautiful place on […]
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A strong cold front is expected to impact the Outer Banks on Tuesday and Wednesday, (January 9-10), bringing multiple hazards to Hatteras and Ocracoke Islands, including high winds, heavy rains, and the potential for coastal flooding, per a Friday morning update from the National Weather Service (NWS) Newport/Morehead City office. Conditions are expected to deteriorate […]
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Rodanthe will once again host a local tradition that’s older than the village itself with the upcoming celebration of Old Christmas on Saturday, January 6. Old Christmas technically began centuries ago when word finally spread to isolated Hatteras Island that England had adopted the Gregorian calendar in the mid-18th century, (effectively changing Christmas to December […]
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Applications are open to receive free bicycle helmets from the N.C. Department of Transportation. The annual giveaway by NCDOT’s Integrated Mobility Division is meant to encourage more children to wear helmets. Organizations across the state can participate in the Bicycle Helmet Initiative to distribute to children in need. “Wearing a helmet is an easy way […]
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Work to inspect and repair electric lines attached to the Virginia Dare Bridge will require a lane closure on the right westbound lane of the bridge beginning next week. The four-lane bridge on the U.S. 64 Bypass between Manns Harbor and Manteo will remain open to traffic. However, motorists should be aware of the lane […]
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KILL DEVIL HILLS — On December 30th, 2023 we are sad to announce the passing of our beloved mother Marilyn June Christian. Marilyn was surrounded by her immediate family, beloved daughter Nadine Christian, son in law Joesph Newmark and grandson Evan Harrell. She is also survived by her daughter, Michele Christian; and her sons, Christopher […]
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The Cape Hatteras Elementary School (CHEM) publishes a monthly newsletter for students, parents, supporters, and friends called The Storm Report, which is a nod to the school’s mascot, the Cape Hatteras Tropical Storms. From upcoming special events to recent initiatives in art, technology, music, media, and more, the newsletter is a round-up of everything there […]
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On January 2, the Outer Banks community welcomed its New Year’s baby, Nolan Leibowitz, who was born at 8:13am at Outer Banks Health Hospital. Nolan, who weighed 7 pounds 14 ounces, and measured 21 inches long at birth, is the third child of Andreia and Scott Leibowitz of Colington Harbor; his two older brothers […]
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Hyde County Schools honored Leslie Cole on her 28 years and six months of service on Jan. 2 at the Board of Education Meeting. Ocracoke School is bidding a fond farewell to its long-serving principal, Leslie Cole, as she announces her well-deserved retirement after years of dedicated service. Lelie Cole has been an integral part […]
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